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Carlon PVC Slip Meter Riser

Carlon E954 Series Non-Metallic PVC Slip Meter Riser

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Model: E954NXX

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Carlon E954 Series Non-Metallic PVC Slip Meter Riser, Service Entrance Fitting

The Carlon E954 Series PVC Slip Meter Riser is a non-metallic conduit fitting engineered for service-entrance and meter-base installations. Its slip-fit socket end accepts Schedule 40 or Schedule 80 PVC conduit, forming a solvent-welded, weatherproof riser from underground or exposed conduit runs up to the meter base. Molded from durable PVC in a standard gray finish, the E954 riser is available in trade sizes 2", 2-1/2", 3", and 4" — including a 3" with 2-1/2" reducer configuration and a 2-1/2" locknut configuration — to match the service-entrance conduit size required by the utility company or local electrical code. Manufactured in the United States, this riser is a standard specification item stocked by electrical distributors for residential and light commercial service upgrades, and its solvent-weld joint provides a permanent, weatherproof transition point that resists moisture intrusion at the meter base. Electrical contractors rely on the E954 for its dimensional consistency, corrosion resistance, and compatibility with standard PVC conduit systems already common in service-entrance work. Because the fitting is non-metallic, it will not rust or corrode over time and eliminates the risk of galvanic reaction when installed near aluminum service conductors, a common concern with metallic riser alternatives.

Key Features

  • Trade Size: Available in 2", 2-1/2", 2-1/2" Locknut, 3", 3" w/ 2-1/2" Reducer, and 4" configurations to cover residential through light commercial service sizes.
  • Slip-Fit Connection: Accepts Schedule 40 or Schedule 80 PVC conduit for a solvent-welded, weatherproof joint at the meter base.
  • Durable PVC Construction: Corrosion-proof, non-metallic material that will not rust and will not cause galvanic reaction with aluminum service conductors.
  • Gray Finish: Matches standard utility and meter-base equipment and meets typical utility color requirements for service-entrance risers.
  • US Manufactured: Made in the United States to consistent dimensional tolerances for reliable solvent-weld joints.
  • Lightweight Design: Product net weight of 3.692 kg per unit simplifies handling and installation compared to metallic risers.

Technical Specifications

  • Brand: Carlon
  • Series: E954
  • Construction Material: PVC
  • Product Color: Grey
  • Connection Type: Slip (solvent weld)
  • Available Trade Sizes: 2", 2-1/2", 2-1/2" Locknut, 3", 3" w/ 2-1/2" Reducer, 4"
  • Product Net Weight: 3.692 kg
  • Country of Origin: United States
  • Minimum Order Quantity: 1 piece

Typical Applications

  • Residential and light commercial service-entrance meter installations
  • Underground service lateral to overhead meter base transitions
  • Multi-unit and apartment building electrical service risers
  • Utility-specified PVC riser installations at meter pedestals
  • Electrical contractor service upgrades and new construction projects

Why Carlon?

Carlon is a leading brand in non-metallic PVC conduit and fittings for the electrical trade. The E954 Slip Meter Riser is a standard specification item stocked by electrical distributors nationwide, built to the dimensional tolerances that make solvent-weld joints reliable in direct-burial and exposed service-entrance conditions. With its corrosion-proof PVC construction and utility-matching gray finish, this riser delivers dependable, code-compliant performance for meter-base installations of every size in the E954 lineup, from 2" through 4" trade sizes including the 3" with 2-1/2" reducer and 2-1/2" locknut options.

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Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Brand Label:
Carlon
Construction Material:
PVC
Country Of Origin:
United States (US)
Department:
Electrical
Minimum Order Quantity:
1 piece
Product Color:
Grey
Product Main Type:
NON-METALLIC FITTINGS
Product Material:
PVC
Product Name:
PVC Slip Meter Riser
Product Net Weight:
3.692 kg
Product Type:
Risers & Riser Caps
Product Group:
Power Distribution
Product Subgroup:
Metering & Meter Sockets

Carlon E954NXX – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Carlon E954 meter riser glue onto Schedule 40 PVC conduit, or do I need Schedule 80?
Either one. The E954 slip meter riser has a slip-fit socket end that accepts Schedule 40 or Schedule 80 PVC conduit, solvent welded for a weatherproof joint at the meter base. No threading, no adapters, no locknut work on the conduit side. Clean the socket and the pipe end, prime and cement per the solvent instructions, and the joint is done.
2) My meter socket hub is 2-1/2 inch but I'm running 3 inch conduit. Which Carlon riser do I order?
The 3 inch with 2-1/2 inch reducer, part E954LKXX. It takes the 3 inch PVC run on the slip end and steps down to 2-1/2 inch at the meter, so you avoid gluing a separate reducing bushing into the assembly. If both ends are the same size, order the straight 3 inch E954LXX or the straight 2-1/2 inch E954KXX instead.
3) What's the difference between the E954KXX and the E954KXL 2-1/2 inch risers?
Both are 2-1/2 inch, but the E954KXL is the locknut version and the E954KXX is not. The locknut variant is what you want when the riser lands on a knockout or hub that has to be secured mechanically from inside the meter can. If the riser mates to a threaded hub or the enclosure does not need a locknut on that opening, the plain E954KXX is the one to order. Getting this wrong means a second trip, so confirm how the meter socket opening is made up before you pick.
4) Can I use a PVC meter riser instead of rigid galvanized on a service entrance?
Where the utility and local code permit PVC for the service riser, yes, and there are real reasons to prefer it. The E954 is non-metallic PVC, so it will not rust at the weatherhead or at grade, and there is no galvanic reaction against aluminum service conductors, which is the usual reason a metallic riser gives trouble on an aluminum service. Rigid metal is still the answer where the utility spec calls for metallic riser or where the riser needs the mechanical strength of steel in an exposed location. Check your utility's service handbook first, since that document, not the fitting, decides it.
5) Can the Carlon PVC slip meter riser be used on a direct-buried underground service lateral?
That is one of its intended uses. The E954 makes the transition from an underground or exposed PVC conduit run up to the meter base, and the solvent-weld slip joint is what keeps water out at that transition. Typical applications run from residential and light commercial service entrances through apartment building risers and utility meter pedestals.
6) What color is the Carlon E954 riser, and will it match the utility gray on my meter base?
Grey, which is the standard color for utility and meter-base equipment and meets typical utility color requirements for service-entrance risers. That matters on inspected work: some utilities reject a riser that does not match the standard gray on the pedestal or can.
7) Do I have to buy the Carlon E954 riser in a case, or can I get one?
Single pieces. Minimum order is 1 piece, so a service upgrade needing one riser does not force a carton buy. Fleet work across a multi-unit building can order the exact count of openings.
8) Is the Carlon E954 meter riser made in the USA?
Yes, the E954 slip meter riser is manufactured in the United States. That settles domestic-preference and Buy American sourcing questions on government, education, and healthcare procurement without a separate letter from the manufacturer.
How fast can I get the Carlon E954NXX delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Carlon E954NXX come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Carlon E954NXX is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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